cyma

cyma Definition

cyma (sī′mə)

noun pl. -·mae-mē

Archit. a molding of a cornice, whose profile is a line partly convex and partly concave

Etymology: ModL < Gr kyma: see cyme

cyma Usage Examples

Modifies a noun

curve: Lightly-tapered voussoirs, forming the arch-head, continue a sequence of two cyma curves above spring level.

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